Optometrist Salary in Delaware
Explore optometrist salaries in Delaware including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in DE
$138,974
Monthly: $11,581
Biweekly: $5,345
Entry Level
$84,057
Monthly: $7,005
Biweekly: $3,233
Senior Level
$190,529
Monthly: $15,877
Biweekly: $7,328
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $84,057 | $138,974 | $190,529 |
| Monthly | $7,005 | $11,581 | $15,877 |
| Biweekly | $3,233 | $5,345 | $7,328 |
| Weekly | $1,616 | $2,673 | $3,664 |
| Hourly | $40 | $67 | $92 |
DE vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
DE Median
$138,974
Difference
+$10,294
Multiplier
1.08x
About This Career
Perform eye exams and prescribe corrective lenses and treatments.
Education
Doctor of Optometry (OD); licensure required
Key Skills
Eye ExaminationLens PrescriptionPatient CareDiagnostic Skills
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